Program Quality Engineering Intern III (Summer 2027), Diego, CA

Location: San Diego, California, United States

Category: Engineering & Technology

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Description
In Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) Systems, you’ll help develop systems that sense, control, exploit and disseminate actionable information to warfighters supporting a variety of missions. We are looking for a Program Quality Engineering Intern to implement tools and processes to ensure products or services meet the standards of quality including reliability, usability and performance. You must be a self-starting problem solver who will utilize your analytical skills to find innovative solutions to quality-related issues. Strong communication skills are essential to understand requirements and expectations, make progress reports and present findings.

Intern Responsibilities:

• Support software development and hardware production programs
• Apply lean strategies to existing processes
• Provide overall support to Program Quality staff on items highly visible to Leadership
• Understand Quality standards and procedures.
• Participate and interact with other interns in sector wide activities.
• Develop understanding of BAE Systems Quality Management System.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations and Engineering.

In this position, you will participate in BAE Systems' nationwide LEAP Internship & Co-op Program, where you will Learn, Engage, Apply, and Progress within the company. The LEAP Program will provide you with the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals on impactful projects, engage in career development opportunities, and network with our business leaders and the other students in the program

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Transitioning into Junior or Senior year during the Summer of 2027 or pursing a graduate degree in a technical field including (but not limited to):

• Systems Engineering
• Software – Computer Science
• Computer Engineering
• Hardware – Mechanical, Electrical
• Industrial Engineering
• Engineering Management
• Mathematics
• Physics
• Economics
• Information Systems
• Quality Management

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience with Agile Development
• Exposure to ISO 9001, CMMI, or AS9100
• Outstanding communication skills
• Demonstrated teamwork and leadership experience
• Capacity and motivation for hard work
• Experience in defense electronics industry
• Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma practices
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems
• Relevant quality certifications
• Technical internships/co-ops
• Has a Department of Defense Security Clearance

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $49592 - $68993

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.


About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.